Faith can make no appeal to reason or the fitness of things; its appeal is to the Word of God, and whatever is therein revealed, faith accepts as true.
“الإيمان لا يحتكم إلى العقل أو مقتضيات الأمور؛ بل مرجعه إلى كلمة الله، وكل ما كُشف فيها يقبله الإيمان حقًا.”
This reflection by Edward McKendree Bounds centers on the nature of God and its role in human self-mastery and conscious living. Rather than presenting abstract doctrine, the statement calls the reader to examine daily priorities, separate enduring principles from momentary impulses, and cultivate emotional resilience. The enduring value of this insight lies in reconciling internal conviction with deliberate action, providing a practical anchor for maintaining clarity, intentionality, and inner balance amidst life's uncertainties.
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